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S80 square chamber
The squared-off interior gives a centered, compact core rather than a spread or edgy tone. Blends in a section.
Product detailSKU #1274115059573
Selmer ParisS80 Series Baritone Saxophone Mouthpiece C**
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Selmer Paris S80 in C** facing for baritone sax — the standard-issue classical and concert band mouthpiece, built around a square chamber.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band and orchestral bari players wanting a focused, blended tone
- Students moving off a stock mouthpiece into a serious setup
- Doublers who need a predictable, no-surprises bari piece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock, funk, or R&B horn sections needing edge and volume
- Players wanting a bright, cutting jazz sound
- Anyone on a tight accessory budget at this price
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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C** facing
Selmer's medium tip opening. Easier to control than wider facings and forgiving with medium-strength reeds.
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Baritone-specific
Sized for bari necks only. Not interchangeable with alto or tenor pieces.
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Hard rubber body
Warmer and darker than metal. Standard for classical playing, and less prone to condensation chill.
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$389 price
Professional tier. Priced above student pieces because of the facing consistency and finish work.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature and cap are not always included — check before assuming a fit
- 02No reeds supplied; C** pairs commonly with medium-strength reeds
- 03Hard rubber discolors in sunlight and heat — store it in a case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the S80 C** good for jazz?
It can play jazz, but it is designed for classical and concert band. It stays dark and focused rather than bright and cutting.
02What does C** mean?
It is Selmer's facing code for a medium tip opening — the most common S80 facing and the usual starting point.
03Will my current ligature fit?
Only if it was made for a hard rubber baritone mouthpiece. Metal-piece ligatures are a different diameter and will not clamp properly.
04Does it fit alto or tenor sax?
No. This is cut for a baritone neck cork. The bore is larger than alto or tenor pieces.
